Description
ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Comes with kimono or cotton bag. Comes with certificate of supein Nihonto. Comes with original prefecture certificate. Comes With NBTHK Tokobetsu Hozon.
KATANA BY AIZU OMI GENKŌ (1843)
NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token – Complete Koshirae
1. Torokusho Translation
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Type: Katana
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Blade length: 69.3 cm
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Curvature: 1.3 cm
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Mekugi-ana: 1
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Signature (omote): Aizu Omi Genkō (会津臣元興)
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Signature (ura): “A day in August, Tenpō 14” (1843)
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Registration date: March, Reiwa 7 (2025)
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Number: Tokyo 329314
2. NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Translation
The NBTHK certifies this blade as Tokubetsu Hozon Token,
a rank granted to swords of exceptional preservation, authenticity and artistic value.
Certificate date: August 22, Reiwa 7 (2025).
🇬🇧 DETAILED PROFESSIONAL DESCRIPTION
Blade
Signed Aizu Omi Genkō, dated August 1843, this blade represents the refined craftsmanship of the Aizu domain. The inclusion of 臣 (“Omi”, meaning retainer/official of the domain) indicates formal affiliation, a characteristic signature pattern of Aizu smiths in late Edo.
Specs
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Nagasa: 69.3 cm
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Sori: 1.3 cm
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One mekugi-ana
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Excellent polish
Hamon
A beautifully controlled notare-midare, smooth and luminous, with a clear nioiguchi—an elegant example of Edo workmanship.
Hada
A well-defined itame mixed with mokume, enhanced by the current polish. Highly visible and aesthetically rich.
Kissaki
Medium-sized with a strong, healthy boshi.
Koshirae
Fuchi-Kashira
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Dragon motif in high relief
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Partially gilded
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Signed internally
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Superb metalwork typical of mid-to-late Edo craftsmanship
Menuki
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Horse motif, detailed, well mounted
Tsuka
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White samegawa
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Tight hineri-maki in dark brown
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Excellent condition
Tsuba
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Iron, textured
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Stable patina
Saya
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Exceptional tortoiseshell-style lacquer
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Deep reddish-brown with amber reflections
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High-status aesthetic
Shirasaya
Included, clean and well fitted.
Technical Sheet
| Item | Details |
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| Smith | Aizu Omi Genkō |
| Year | 1843 (Tenpō 14), Edo period |
| Certification | NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon |
| Registration | Tokyo No. 329314 |
| Length | 69.3 cm |
| Sori | 1.3 cm |
| Hamon | Notare-midare |
| Hada | Itame + mokume |
| Koshirae | Complete, dragon theme, horse menuki, tortoiseshell saya |
| Shirasaya | Included |
| Condition | Excellent |
This Tokubetsu Hozon katana by Aizu Omi Genkō (1843) stands out for its refined hamon, beautifully textured hada, and a full koshirae of remarkable elegance. The gilded dragon fittings, horse menuki, and the exceptional tortoiseshell-style saya elevate this sword into the realm of high-end collector pieces.
A highly attractive, historically valuable and visually striking ensemble.
